isiXhosa First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 10

Guided reading is an important part of learning to read. In this lesson, we will read a short story together. As we read, I will ask you questions to help you think about what the story means. We will also talk about the characters and what happens in the story. This will help you understand the text better.

Let's read the story 'UThandiwe noMpho'. As we read, pay attention to the characters, UThandiwe and noMpho, and what they do. After reading, I will ask you some questions. For example, 'What did UThandiwe find in the garden?' This will help us discuss the story together.

After reading the story, I will ask you some questions. For instance, 'How did UThandiwe feel when she found the flower?' Discuss your answers with your partner. Remember to listen carefully to each other and share your thoughts. This will help you practice speaking and listening skills.

Now, I want you to write three sentences about the story. Make sure to use correct punctuation. For example, you can write, 'UThandiwe found a beautiful flower.' Remember to leave spaces between your words. After you finish, we will share our sentences with the class.

• UThandiwe and noMpho
• UThandiwe and uSipho
• noMpho and uSipho

Answer: UThandiwe and noMpho

The main characters in the story are UThandiwe and noMpho.

Answer: A beautiful flower.

UThandiwe found a beautiful flower in the garden.

• Sad
• Happy
• Angry

Answer: Happy

UTandiwe felt happy when she found the flower.

Answer: noMpho helped UThandiwe.

This sentence shows that noMpho was supportive in the story.

• Friendship
• Adventure
• Nature

Answer: Friendship

The story highlights the theme of friendship between UThandiwe and noMpho.

Answer: They played in the garden.

This shows their friendship and the fun they had together.

• Use capital letters
• Use no punctuation
• Write without spaces

Answer: Use capital letters

Using capital letters at the beginning of sentences is important for correct writing.

Answer: It helps us understand the story better.

Discussing stories allows us to share ideas and deepen our comprehension.